1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 911 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Cherry | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Cherry | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2270 mm |